Job Overview
Job description
- Location:
- Hawthorne, CA
- Work arrangement:
- On-site
Role Summary
Hitachi Energy is renowned worldwide as a specialist for electrical power transmission and distribution. As a global leader, we revolutionized high-voltage technology and pioneered many world's firsts to bring safety, reliability and efficiency to power networks around the globe. High Voltage Products manufacturing facilities around the world, >100 locations worldwide providing 24/7 service. We have No.1 market share, installed 1 out of 4 high-voltage switchgear in the world, >500k high-voltage circuit-breakers installed globally.
How you'll make an impact
- You will Independently develop complete packaging solutions according to product structure, weight, appearance, fragility grade and transportation conditions.
- You will design outer cartons, inner supports, color boxes, buffer structures, corner protectors, wrapping films, moisture-proof, rust-proof and anti-static packaging structures; select matching packaging materials.
- You will deliver packaging BOMs, engineering drawings, specifications and work instructions to guarantee mass production feasibility and operability on production lines.
- You will launch targeted improvements to resolve recurring packaging issues including breakage, deformation, loose components, dampness, excessive costs, unstable stacking and large storage footprint.
- You will optimize packaging structures, material specifications, packing and stacking methods to cut costs, reduce weight and volume, and improve handling efficiency without compromising product protection performance.
- You will conduct comparative tests before and after optimization, verify shipments in mass production, and close projects with formal improvement reports.
- You will select cartons, EPE foam, sponge, blister trays, cardboard, protective films, desiccants, anti-rust materials and other packaging supplies; coordinate sampling and trial production confirmation with suppliers.
- You will complete required tests including drop test, compression stacking test and simulated transportation vibration test to ensure compliance with logistics and long-distance shipping standards.
- You will establish and update the company's unified packaging standard system, unify specifications for similar products, reduce material varieties and relieve inventory pressure.
- You will file, update and version-control packaging drawings, process documents and inspection standards.
- You will analyze root causes for shipping breakage, customer-reported packaging defects and transit damage; propose corrective solutions covering structure, process and materials.
- You will track implementation of corrective actions to prevent recurrence of identical packaging quality issues.
- You will research new packaging materials and lightweight structural solutions to promote packaging cost reduction, material minimization and eco-friendly upgrades.
- You will support procurement on material quotation comparison, alternative material verification and mass rollout of replacement materials.
- You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
- Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.
Requirements
- College diploma or above, majoring in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Design, Industrial Design, Material Engineering or related fields is preferred.
- At least 1 year working experience in packaging design and packaging optimization within manufacturing industry; familiar with carton & buffer structure design, moisture/rust prevention and stacking standards for logistics.
- Proficient in CAD or other drawing software; capable of independently generating packaging structural drawings, BOMs and work instructions.
- Familiar with standard packaging tests (drop, compression, vibration) and warehousing & transportation conditions.
- Strong troubleshooting skills, proven track record in packaging structural optimization, cost reduction and defect rectification.
- Meticulous, execution-oriented; able to independently deliver packaging development for new products and iterative optimization of legacy products.
More about us
We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefit programs to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us - in work and out. For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules) :
- 1.Up to 30 days full paid leaves per year
- 2.Flexible Benefit program (Supplementary Pensions included)
- 3.Medical Insurance(outpatient and inpatient)
- 4.Long service awards
5.Flexible Working(subject to role)
Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome Our selection process is continuous, and the position may be closed before the advertisement expires. So, if you are interested - don't delay, apply today! All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner: Percy Guan, WeChat: Percy_GUAN.
- Apply now
- Current employees apply here
About the Company
More About Us
We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual - fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well-being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.
Our benefit offering is tailored based on your country of employment and generally includes:
You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.
Applicable only for Poland location align with local law regulations - We are committed to full transparency and compliance with all legal requirements, ensuring that every candidate knows exactly what to expect at each stage of the recruitment process. Once the process is successfully completed, we will share detailed information about financial conditions and benefits with the selected candidate. Before signing the employment contract, you will receive all remaining details of the offer, giving you the time and space to review everything carefully
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Competitive salary and incentives
Well-being and care
Paid and unpaid leave
Flexible work options
Benefits that support your financial security
- Role:
- Packaging Design Engineer
- Job Type:
- Mid Level | Science and Engineering
Company profile
Hitachi Energy
hitachienergy.comHitachi Energy works on the global energy system, aiming to make electricity more sustainable, secure, resilient and affordable and more accessible to all. Its technologies support the expansion and transition of power systems and grids, including HVDC transmission. The company is part of Hitachi Ltd. and traces its heritage to the engineering companies ASEA and Brown Boveri, through its predecessor company ABB. Hitachi Energy is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.
- Headquarters
- Zurich, Switzerland
- Founded
- 2018
- Funding Stage
- Subsidiary
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